3 Things You Need To Know
Right after we married, my wife and I moved 650 miles from home and I went to work in the oil fields of Oklahoma. Being young and inexperienced, they put … Read more
Little Things Mean A Lot – Manners
Parents spend a lot of time and energy teaching the importance of manners to their children. Parents constantly remind their children to say “please,” “thank you,” and “may I.” They … Read more
Happily Ever After?
“And they all lived happily ever after.” We’ve heard these word as children, when our parents would read us our favorited story for the umpteenth time. We’ve heard these words as parents, … Read more
Rearranged
Strong marriages and families practice flexibility. Whether it’s with the introduction of the first child or the first grandchild, there’s a willingness to go with the flow and let life get rearranged. … Read more
The Check Engine Light
The dreaded check engine light. I don’t know about you, but I hate the check engine light. I always fear the worst when I see it. It’s like the amber … Read more
Going Through the Motions
Ever find yourself just going through the motions? You’re doing what you’re suppose to do. You’re doing what others expect you to do. But you’re only doing it so others … Read more
What I’ve Learned About Marriage From Buying a House – One More Thing
Are you a flaw finder? Do you focus more on what’s wrong than what’s right? Do you point out problems more than pinpoint positives? Last week I posted what I thought would be … Read more
Are You Taking In Life or Taken In By Life?
Here’s a question for you: are you taking in life or are you taken in by life? Everyone does a little of both, but you probably lean toward one more than the other. … Read more
What I’ve Learned About Marriage From Buying a House – Part 8
Well, we’re in our new house! Not everything is put away yet, but it’s livable and we can get both cars in the garage! So, I’ll close this series with one … Read more
How to Change an Ordinary Life
While on vacation this week, I read a short blog post by Allison Vesterfelt entitled “The Difference Between an Ordinary Life and an Extraordinary One.” It was a great reminder … Read more